Tech Briefs

Sensors & Test

Access our comprehensive library of technical briefs on sensors and test, from engineering experts at NASA and government, university, and commercial laboratories.

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Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
A tiny sensor chip records multiple lung and heart signals along with body movements.
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Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
A silicon chip provides a low-cost solution to help machines see the world clearly.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Comfortable, form-fitting garments could be used to remotely track patients’ health.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
This technology improves the detection of low-power far-infrared (FIR) signals.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
The device could help doctors personalize treatments.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
The optical-based sensor detects the presence of hydrogen without electronics, making the process much safer.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensing and learning can be combined to create novel cameras for artificial intelligence systems.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
The technology could help improve the reliability and performance of lithium-ion batteries.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
The multi-legged robots are capable of maneuvering in challenging environments.
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Briefs: Aerospace
Potential uses include MEMS accelerometers, vibration monitoring, and other precision motion control applications.
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Briefs: AR/AI
The model allows robots to ask clarifying questions to soldiers.
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Briefs: Motion Control
It can also find the nearest electric wall outlet to recharge without human assistance.
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Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
The phased array antenna based on large-area electronics technology could enable many uses of emerging 5G and 6G wireless networks.
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Briefs: Automotive
The low-density, graphene-based aerogel could make aircraft as quiet as a hairdryer.
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Briefs: Connectivity
“Dumb” headphones are made smart by turning them into sensors.
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Briefs: RF & Microwave Electronics
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed an optical amplifier that they expect will revolutionize both space and fiber communication.
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Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
Scientists are working to improve the image resolution of X-ray techniques.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
The comb detects even the smallest amounts of greenhouse gases in the air or look for disease in human breath.
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Briefs: Wearables
Flexible carbon nanotube fibers woven into clothing gather accurate EKG and heart rate.
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Briefs: Motion Control
Low-voltage DC stepper and servo drives offer space-saving options for applications traditionally handled by AC servo drives.
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Briefs: Energy
Applications include space structures, emergency shelters, backpack solar collectors, and inspection of hazardous environments.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
An off-the-shelf USB camera captures the shadows made by hand gestures on the robot’s skin.
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Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Directly visualizing external stresses of plastics is useful in development of materials with improved mechanical properties.
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Briefs: Energy
This paves the way for innovative and more energy-efficient printed electronics.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
The instrument identifies, quantifies, and characterizes contamination, even on irregularly shaped surfaces.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
The inexpensive, convenient devices can measure exposure to a class of chemicals that can be harmful during pregnancy.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
This method could help firefighters find victims inside buildings and could track hypersonic objects such as missiles and space debris.
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Briefs: Software
Modern PLCs now include IT-capable software and communications protocols, empowering users to easily access edge-sourced data and integrate it with the enterprise.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Growing large-area graphene on optical substrates enables use in photonics devices.
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